CALENDAR OF EVENTS

1) Faber Fall Retreat: “Cosmic Prayer, Personal Transformation,and Global Unity: The Journey of Faith…… the biblical tradition enlightened by the new universe story.” A silent, preached retreat open to faculty and staff of all faith traditions and beliefs. Additional information can be found at: www.marquette.edu/faber. Space is limited. On-line registration begins Monday, September 10th.

When: Friday, October 26 – Sunday, October 28, 2012

Place: Jesuit Retreat House, Oshkosh, WI

Retreat Director: Rev. Bert Thelen, S.J. (Fr. Thelen is the former Director of Campus Ministry at Creighton University and Pastor of St. John’s Parish in Omaha

This retreat is “FREE!” and supported by the Faber Center for Ignatian Spirituality

2) Retreat for Busy People: We all know what “busy” means and it’s the busyness that’s often the reason for not taking the time to “retreat.” A retreat is time away from the busy - time for our self, our God and prayer. The Retreat for Busy People involves meeting weekly with a spiritual director and making a personal commitment to 15 minutes of prayer each day - and can be adapted to your busy schedule!

Opening Prayer Service: Thursday, September 20, 12:15-1:00 p.m., Chapel of the Holy Family, Alumni Memorial Union, 2nd floor (Note: Attendance at the opening prayer service is not mandatory for participating in the retreat.)

Meet with a spiritual director weekly for 6 weeks

Commit yourself to at least 15 minutes of prayer each day

Closing Prayer Service: Friday, November 2, 12:15-1:00 p.m., Chapel of the Holy Family

3) Advent Half-Day Ecumenical Retreat: The sacred Season of Advent is a time of expectant waiting and preparation for the coming of our Lord. Join with the Faber Center and campus colleagues for a morning of reflection in preparation for the Gift that is Christmas. To register, call 288-4545 or e-mail FaberCenter@marquette.edu by Monday, December 3rd.

Gesu Parish Center (Entrance across from Law School Eckstein Hall entrance)

FREE!! Supported by the Faber Center for Ignatian Spirituality.

SemesterOfferings:

4) Women’s Lunch and Reflections: We welcome all women employees to join us for a lunch and meditation reflection during this Fall semester. These lunch gatherings are a wonderful time to meet with friends and colleagues to build community and renew and restore our spirits. Space is limited. We ask that you register for one lunch date so that we may accommodate everyone. If we have extra space, a notice will be sent should you wish to join us again. We look forward to gathering with you and continuing to build and nurture our campus community of Marquette women. Register for one of the dates below at FaberCenter@marquette.edu or by calling Ellen Blonski at 288-4545. You can consider your registration accepted and confirmed unless otherwise notified. Facilitated by Kathy Coffey-Guenther, Associate Vice-President, Office of Mission and Ministry. All lunches take place from Noon to 1:00 pm.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012 ~ AMU 163

Thursday, October 11, 2012 ~ AMU 227

Wednesday, December 12, 2012 ~ AMU Ballrooms A-B

5) Men’s Spirituality Forum: Men of all faiths and beliefs from the Marquette community are invited to come together for a monthly discussion and reflection on the ways men relate to each other, God and to God's world.

6)Repairers of the Breach Brown Bag Lunch and Scripture Sharing: We invite all members of the Marquette University community to join with the community at Repairers of the Breach ~ a day shelter run by and for the homeless of Milwaukee ~ for a light lunch, prayer and reflection. This informal gathering provides time for sharing good conversation and food for body and soul with our neighbors at Repairers as we are led in the African process method of reflecting on scripture. All faith traditions are welcome.

Fridays: September 14, October 12 and November 9, 2012

Transportation provided. A van will leave the Faber Center at 11:45 a.m. and return by 1:00 p.m.

NOTE: Donations of new hats, gloves, mittens and scarves are much appreciated during the winter months.

7) Cancer Support Group: If you, or someone you love, are struggling with cancer, please join us. This group meets each semester for lunch, support, encouragement and sharing. While participants may be dealing with various diagnoses and medical challenges, contributions of care, wisdom and knowing compassion from colleagues can truly help ease the journey. For further information or support, call Ellen Blonski at 288-4545 or Kathy Coffey-Guenther at 288-6672. Please RSVP via e-mail at FaberCenter@marquette.edu. A light lunch will be served.

Monday, October 1, 2012 @ at the Faber Center, Schroeder Complex 111

Noon – 1:00 p.m.

8) Rosary: Are you looking for a way to put some prayer into your day? Please join us in praying the Rosary. No RSVP required. All are welcome.

Lead by Rev. J. J. O’Leary, S.J., Associate Director

Noon – 12:30 p.m., Faber Center, Schroeder Complex, Room 111

Thursday, September 13 and Wednesday, September 26; Tuesday, October 16 and Monday,October 29; Wednesday, November 7 and Monday, November 19; Thursday, December 6, 2012

9) Leading from the Spirit Women's Lunch and Reflection: "When God Calls" Please join our guest speaker, Eileen Schwalbach, Ph.D., President of Mount Mary College as she tells us of her journey.

Wednesday, October 31, Raynor Conference Center “B-C”

10) All Souls Ecumenical Service of Remembrance: In the Catholic tradition, the faithful departed are remembered specifically on All Souls Day, November 2nd. Throughout the entire month of November, we are encouraged to continue to remember and pray for those who have died. We invite all members and

friends of the Marquette University community who have lost a loved one over the past year to take part in our All Souls Ecumenical Service of Remembrance. People of all faiths are welcome to attend. This service will include hymns, readings and an opportunity for quiet prayer and reflection.

Monday, November 5, 2012, 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.

Chapel of the Holy Family (AMU, 2nd floor)

11) Second Week Group: St. Ignatius invites us to consider the birth of Jesus’ life and his public ministry during the second week of the Spiritual Exercises. Please join us as we pray through Advent together. Scripture readings, faith sharing, Ignatian contemplation and private prayer contribute to making our Second Week Group a rich experience of Ignatian spirituality, and a deepening time of preparing for the gifts of Christmas. Come and join a faith community of companions seeking to know Jesus more intimately during these Holy days. All are welcome! Space is limited. A light lunch will be served. Register by, Monday, November 19,at 288-4545 or e-mail at FaberCenter@marquette.edu

12) Individual Spiritual Direction: The Faber Center offers an opportunity to meet regularly (and at a mutually convenient time) with a spiritual director, someone with whom to talk and reflect on the invitations and experiences we encounter that lead us to grow into a deeper awareness of that which is sacred and meaningful in our lives.

13) The Spiritual Exercises, the 19th Annotation: St. Ignatius recognized that many people cannot devote an entire month to silence and prayer without interruption and suggested a modification for those who would commit to some time for solitude, prayer and reflection each day for a period of six months to a year. If you are interested or want to learn more about the 19th Annotation, contact Mike Dante at 288-5059 or e-mail at michael.dante@marquette.edu

ADDITIONAL OFFERINGS for your consideration:

Faber Center Library:The Faber Center library offers a selection of many books by numerous authors for your reading and/or spiritual education and refreshment. All books are included in the Raynor Memorial Libraries on-line catalog, MARQCAT, and are located in the Faber Center, Schroeder Complex, Rm. 111. For a complete list, arranged alphabetically by author, please see www.marquette.edu/faber under the “Resource Links.” Call 288-4545 with any questions and/or to arrange pick up of book/s.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Frs. J. J. O’Leary, S.J. and Wally Stohrer, S.J. are available by appointment for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. They can be contacted either by e-mail or phone as noted below.

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Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius

The exercises are a pathway to recognizing God's activity in our deepest desires and growing in unity with God. Emerging from the experience of St. Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, the Exercises provide a structured opportunity to mature in spiritual freedom and make choices that are responsive to God's call in one's life.